Another newbie question: so I've been noticing that handcuff keys almost always have a pin opposite the part that looks like a traditional key. Is that pin for an older type of handcuffs that opens when a pin is merely pressed in? For example, the pin is on the right in this pic. Thanks!
Oh, so it engages the double locking function? I thought the part that keeps it from overtightening would be tool-less (engaged by hand). Thanks!
Well, MatBlack ... you're right for any of the traditionally keyed handcuffs used in the USA, regardless of maker.
Huh. Didn't know cuffs would do that. Interesting! G. (never had any on(no, really!!!)/been around them)
Yep, it engages the double locking function. Typically a pin on the rear of the cuffs, as in Peerless, or a pin in the side, as in Smith & Wesson. With the key end, turn one way to unlock the double lock, turn the opposite way to uncuff. If I recall, ASP cuffs (which I won't have) are somewhat different. I can't remember how the double lock works, but I "think" you turn the key one way, and it'll disengage everything.
I always turned the key toawards the key to unlock the double lock and then away from the chain to open the cuffs
I think the only cuffs that dont double lock with a pin are the ADI Saflok cuffs They use a knurled knob, and actually have a proper key so they are much more secure
